A patient is receiving oxygen therapy. Which item should be kept AWAY from the patient's bedside?

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Matches, lighters, or open flames. Matches, lighters, and open flames must be kept away from oxygen sources because oxygen is highly flammable and increases fire risk. A humidifier (A) is often used with oxygen. Water (B) and a remote (D) are safe items near an oxygen patient. Fire safety with oxygen equipment is a critical NNAAP topic; CNAs must understand that oxygen accelerates combustion.